Offered by KAIVE
Program Overview
The Perioperative Theatre Technology (PTT) program at KAIVE is designed to train highly skilled professionals who play a vital role in surgical and operating room environments. Perioperative technologists — also known as theatre technologists or operating room technicians — form the backbone of surgical teams by ensuring safe, sterile, and efficient conditions before, during, and after surgical procedures.
This 2–3 year diploma program blends medical science, surgical technology, and practical hospital training to prepare students to assist surgeons, anesthetists, and nurses in delivering quality surgical care. The course emphasizes safety, precision, teamwork, and sterile technique, ensuring graduates are confident and competent in fast-paced clinical settings.
Program Objectives
By the end of the PTT program, students will be able to:
- Prepare and maintain sterile operating rooms and surgical instruments.
- Assist surgical teams during operations, maintaining strict aseptic standards.
- Handle surgical equipment, instruments, and supplies efficiently.
- Support preoperative and postoperative patient care.
- Apply knowledge of anatomy, microbiology, and pharmacology in surgical settings.
- Manage infection control and sterilization procedures.
- Communicate effectively and work collaboratively within surgical teams.
- Respond effectively to emergencies and ensure patient safety throughout perioperative care.
Key Learning Areas
The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge and hands-on technical training to build competence across all areas of perioperative care.
Core Modules Include:
- Introduction to Perioperative Theatre Technology
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Microbiology and Infection Control
- Principles of Surgical Procedures
- Operating Room Management
- Surgical Instrumentation and Equipment Handling
- Anesthesia and Patient Monitoring Basics
- Aseptic Techniques and Sterilization
- Preoperative and Postoperative Patient Care
- Emergency and Trauma Management in Surgery
- Biomedical Waste Management
- Pharmacology for Theatre Technologists
- Communication and Ethics in Surgical Care
Practical Training
Students undergo extensive clinical rotations and hospital attachments, where they gain direct exposure to real surgical environments. Training includes:
- Preparing operating rooms for different types of surgeries.
- Assisting in general, orthopedic, obstetric, ENT, and laparoscopic procedures.
- Sterilizing instruments and maintaining equipment functionality.
- Supporting anesthetists in monitoring patients during operations.
- Participating in theatre management, documentation, and post-surgical clean-up.
Clinical attachments are conducted in hospitals, surgical centers, and specialized theatres, providing the essential experience required for professional readiness.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the KAIVE Perioperative Theatre Technology program are prepared to work in a wide range of healthcare environments where surgical procedures are performed, including:
- Operating Theatre Technologist / Technician
- Surgical Assistant
- Anesthesia Support Technologist
- Sterile Supply Department Technician (CSSD)
- Surgical Equipment Specialist
- Emergency and Trauma Unit Assistant
Employment Sectors:
- Public and private hospitals
- Surgical and specialty clinics
- Emergency and trauma centers
- Maternity and obstetric units
- Military and mission hospitals
- Medical equipment companies (as technical representatives)
Why Study at KAIVE?
- Hospital-Based Learning: Real clinical experience in modern surgical facilities.
- Qualified Faculty: Training led by surgical nurses, technologists, and theatre managers.
- Modern Simulation Labs: Practice in well-equipped mock operating theatres.
- Career-Ready Curriculum: Designed to meet national healthcare and surgical safety standards.
- Pathways for Growth: Graduates can progress to BSc in Perioperative or Surgical Technology, Anesthesia Technology, or Nursing programs.
Program Duration
- Duration: 2–3 Years
- Mode: Full-Time
- Assessment: Written exams, practical demonstrations, clinical evaluations, and internship reports.
Eligibility Criteria
- Good communication, discipline, and teamwork skills.
- Physically fit and emotionally stable to work in high-pressure surgical environments.
Award
Upon successful completion, students are awarded a Diploma in Perioperative Theatre Technology (PTT) from KAIVE, qualifying them to work as operating theatre technologists or pursue advanced studies in surgical or anesthesia sciences.